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CVE-2024-27264: IBM Performance Tools for i privilege escalation

First published: Tue May 21 2024(Updated: )

IBM Performance Tools for i 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 could allow a local user to gain elevated privileges due to an unqualified library call. A malicious actor could cause user-controlled code to run with administrator privilege. IBM X-Force ID: 284563.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM OS/400<=7.5
IBM OS/400<=7.4
IBM OS/400<=7.3
IBM OS/400<=7.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-27264?

    CVE-2024-27264 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for local users to gain elevated privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-27264?

    To fix CVE-2024-27264, update the IBM Performance Tools for i to the latest version provided by IBM.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-27264?

    CVE-2024-27264 affects local users on IBM Performance Tools for i versions 7.2 through 7.5.

  • What can an attacker do with CVE-2024-27264?

    An attacker exploiting CVE-2024-27264 could execute user-controlled code with administrator privileges.

  • Does CVE-2024-27264 require user interaction to exploit?

    CVE-2024-27264 can be exploited by a local user without requiring additional user interaction.

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